Top tips to ensure that you have a great hair day

While the dress, accessories and the make&hyphen;up are all essential, don’t underestimate the importance of the right hairstyle to bring together the entire look. Follow our simple guide to great hair…

Choosing a hairstylist

Word of mouth is a good way to find someone who specialises in weddings, but it is useful to remember that someone else’s style may not be yours. Do your own research by checking out the stylist’s website and their portfolio.

Book in advance

Once you’ve found a hairdresser you’re happy with, make sure you book her/him at least 3 months in advance. This will ensure that they’re not booked elsewhere on that day and will give you enough time to plan your look. In addition, it will allow enough time to condition your hair as required for your chosen style.

Plan your look

Check out the styles in the latest magazines and websites. Make a collection of cuttings and print outs to discuss with your hairdresser. If you’re having your wedding dress made by a designer, talk to her/him about ideas of suitable hairstyles to go with it. Being in the business, they may have some interesting input.

Try and test

A hair trial is just as important as a make&hyphen;up trial and might even determine your choice of jewellery or hair accessories. Remember to take along either the top of your wedding lehenga or sari or something similar to it, as it will help the hairdresser in suggesting options. Also take along any hair ornaments that you were planning to wear on the day. For instance if wearing a maangtika or a jhumar is part of your ensemble, this will determine what styles you can go for.

Washing hair

Make sure you wash your hair one day before your trial/wedding day, rather than on the day itself. Freshly washed hair is difficult to manage and will require more mousse and hairspray to set it, making the hair unnecessarily heavier.

Be different

Don’t be afraid to try something different. After all, you’ll be dressing up in a way you don’t normally do, so you can experiment with different looks before choosing the one you like best. For instance, adding fresh flowers to your hair can be very effective.